Official NEHHA Nor'Easter planning thread. Jan 10-12th
Alright guys I figure I have given you enough time to come out of your food coma and come down off your Hanging High. So here it is. January 10-12th '14.
Chesterfield Scout Camp. Same spot with the lean-to's and hopefully a lot of snow.
Looking for ideas to spice it up.
Dessert Cook-off
Raffle Items
Best camp gadget
etc etc etc.
you get the idea.
Let this discussin' start.
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Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
===> TOTALLY in! After last year, we had so much fun in the snow, there is NO WAY I will miss it!
For those who are worried about cold - do not! We will not allow you to freeze!
I may make a different version of Moroccan Goat Stew this time. Maybe.
This NEHHA is probably the most fun!
~ SkyPainter
Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
I am in!
For anyone on the fence about a winter hang, please let us know why you are afraid of the cold. We have PLENTY of gear to pass around to keep you warm. AND as usual, I will be maintaining the fire…which means it will be big and hot! Anyone who has been there before will tell you about my fires. :D
Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
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Originally Posted by
JollyGreen
Kilt and all!
:D
Yes sir!
Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
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Originally Posted by
hk2001
I have 2 concerns: #1 vehicle wise, going anywhere in winter in this POS hyundai we've got is scary.. trying to resolve it before winter, but unlikely.
#2, I've never done winter camping, not on the ground, nor in a hammock. I can make myself a superfly knock off, pretty easily, and a hammock with an over cover, but without a decent quality TQ/UQ combo, I'm worried about literally freezing my butt off. But, on a brighter note, my head will be warm, with my "Raiffnuke Kill Kenny Hood" :lol::lol::lol:
Seriously though.. I love the hood, I wanna add a draft collar around the neck to seal it off better.:cool:
Well, depending on where you live, I am sure someone would be more than happy to carpool and give you a ride.
You could literally show up with nothing but clothes and we could outfit you for winter. That is not a problem. Some of us with plenty of winter experience can walk you thru what you can do to stay warm, and with a list of your gear we can tell you how to stay as warm as you can with your gear and what you should use to supplement your gear to have fun this winter. If you really want to hang this winter, we can make it happen! :D
I am glad you like the hood. I made it long enough to tuck into the collar of a jacket to seal out wind if needed.
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We are in but it will be my first time Winter hammocking... Gone tenting several times.
I will need ideas to stay warm! I have a 0 degree UQ and TQ with some extra ounces of down each but I still have FL blood :rolleyes: I am using the 0 now if that gives you a place to start.
Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
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Originally Posted by
sunshower
We are in but it will be my first time Winter hammocking... Gone tenting several times.
I will need ideas to stay warm! I have a 0 degree UQ and TQ with some extra ounces of down each but I still have FL blood :rolleyes: I am using the 0 now if that gives you a place to start.
A layer of reflectex in your hammock will go a long ways.
And a UQ protector (easy to DIY or makeshift) is very helpful and from my experience adds 5-10* to your setup.
Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
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Originally Posted by
sunshower
We are in but it will be my first time Winter hammocking... Gone tenting several times.
I will need ideas to stay warm! I have a 0 degree UQ and TQ with some extra ounces of down each but I still have FL blood :rolleyes: I am using the 0 now if that gives you a place to start.
===> Hi! Well, when dressing for winter/cold weather, use the "3 W's" - Wicking, Warmth, and Weather. Same applies to sleeping in the hammock, where you can be WAY warmer than in a tent!
WICKING - get a good 'base layer'. It should wick any moisture away from your skin, especially when hiking, but also sleeping! NO. COTTON. ANYTHING! Cotton is a terrible insulator when wet! "Cotton Kills!' Is a standard saying in the outdoors. Polypropylene or better yet - Merino Wool are best. Buy a heavier, "Expedition Weight" base layer, top and bottom.
WARMTH - Over your base layer, you can add one or more layers for warmth, depending on how you perceive cold. Fleece or wool flannel layers really amp-up the heat and retention, and layers can be vented or removed for comfort, and more importantly, moisture control! Wet plus cold = not so fun, and potentially dangerous.
WEATHER - lightweight, breathable, water proof shells over the base and warmth layers keep wet and cold out, and warmth in.
APPLIED TO THE HAMMOCK - same concepts! Wear minimally the base layer to bed. Too many clothes don't allow your body heat to heat-up the air spaces in the down. Base and one fleece or wool layer should suffice with a good TQ/UQ combo. Good TQ, hammock body, maybe a Reflectix pad, either between the hammock layers or the hammock and you, or even better, a fleece blanket or layer of some sort will keep you well insulated from any cold, Good full-length UQ. Downy goodness!
An UQ protector to keep snow, possibly wet off of the UQ also adds another layer to retain heat. You will be wrapped in a warm, warm, Burrito in the hammock!
Wicking, Warmth, And Weather...three keys to comfort in the cold!
We can help show you. It is not as hard as it seems, and is a beautiful experience in the woods!
Here's last year:
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/26/duhu7epe.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/26/vezesa9e.jpg
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Please come!!!
~ SkyPainter
Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
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Originally Posted by
Saedy
I have never done a winter hang but if i can talk the wife into it i want to give it a go, we both have uqs rated to -15, but our tqs are just 20 degree mummys,
Got arthitis in both knees but i try not to let it stop me, gonna spend alot of time at the fire i guess, it just sounds like too much of a good time to pass up!
Your UQ is more important than your TQ. it is very easy to compensate for warmth on top, but much harder to compensate for the bottom. With an UQ rated that low, you should be plenty warm. We can help adjust your UQ so there are no gaps and you will be toasty.
Re: Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
I will look into the reflectix. I also have sil uncoated sock from Dream Hammocks.
Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
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Originally Posted by
Grey Eagle
I'll be there for sure! I'll also bring an extra hammock, UQ, and roll of 24" wide refletix. Nighthauk, do you want the 3 burner stove I brought to the summer hang again?
===> Can't have enough Reflectix or enough stoves in the winter!
~ Sky
Re: Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
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Originally Posted by
Saedy
Where does one pickup a roll of reflectix, i have a dl and think sliding a peice in the full length might be a smart idea
I got mine at Lowes.
Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
Most any hardware type store with ducting in it should have it.
Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
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Originally Posted by
kayak karl
where is this event? what state?
This is the winter NEHHA Hang in Chesterfield, MA.
Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
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Originally Posted by
Saedy
What exactly do you meen by UQ protector ?? Is the uqp best if placed between the hammock and uq or outside over the uq ? Anybody??
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An under quilt protector is like a shield that surrounds your UQ to protect it from splashing water and blocks wind from stealing your warmth.
This is a link and picture from 2QZQ's website…
http://www.2qzqhammockhanger.com/ham...cessories.html
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Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
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Originally Posted by
R3l@x
I've Got this on the Calendar. Can't wait to do some rocking chair sledding again :D
If you and SkyPainter bring your chairs, we could have sledding chair races!
http://youtu.be/b7HFJAQMtYQ
Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
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Originally Posted by
JollyGreen
I hope to have snowshoes by then. Maybe a quick lesson and then a hike would be great as I haven't used any since my boy scout days, long, long, long ago.....
That is easy to accomplish. Of course it will depend on how much snow we will get by then.
Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
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Originally Posted by
mainewoods
I added it to my list to check into looks like a great time Maine guys like snow lol . New to this would be a test for sure lol. I need a UQ for sure. On my Christmas list maybe ???
See what is on plan .
Just so people understand, you do not need an UQ to be comfortable and warm in the winter, but is sure helps!
A couple of pads and/or some reflectex will take you a long ways.
Official WINTER NEHHA planning thread. Jan 10-12th
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Originally Posted by
raiffnuke
===> Definitely bringing my rocker to race! It's back in the truck someplace, but I have faith that 'Francois' will offer it back up when we need it!
~ Sky